The song "October 21st" by Haley Joelle tells the story of a planned trip to Los Angeles (LAX) that never happened due to a change in circumstances and a broken relationship. The lyrics describe the narrator's original plans to go to LAX, get dropped off by a friend at Delta, pay a bag fee, and call their loved one from the gate. The narrator expected their loved one to laugh and reassure them that everything would be fine during the ten-hour flight. However, things have changed, and the narrator doesn't understand why. Their loved one couldn't wait and didn't try to make it work. The date of October 21st holds significance as a day that the narrator will remember for the rest of their life, symbolizing the disappointment and heartbreak they experienced. The song reflects on the fact that people change and relationships can end abruptly, leaving the narrator feeling like a stranger to someone they once knew so well. The dream of going on that flight and experiencing the excitement and unknown adventures in a new place have been shattered. Overall, "October 21st" portrays the feelings of longing, regret, and the stark reality of a broken relationship. The song emphasizes the disappointment of unfulfilled plans, highlighting the emotional impact of losing someone who was once an important part of the narrator's life.
